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Lea County, New Mexico: bids, projects and agencies

Lea County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 20, 2026
Jal Public Schools
Agencies
67
School, City Department, City
Pre-RFP stage
5
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
48
8 in the last 30 days
8 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 20

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Lea County is in Capital Projects, Professional Services and Parks & Recreation.

Who's buying

Eunice Municipal Schools, City of Hobbs and Town of Tatum account for 58% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 33 are contract awards and 5 are pre-RFP.

Latest pre-RFPs in Lea County

Agencies in Lea County, New Mexico

67 agencies tracked

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YARBRO ELEMENTARYSchool · 474 studentsSOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARYSchool · 472 studentsTAYLOR MIDDLESchool · 442 studentsLLANO ELEMENTARYSchool · 435 studentsSTONE ELEMENTARYSchool · 429 studentsTAYLOR ELEMENTARYSchool · 426 studentsMURRAY ELEMENTARYSchool · 422 studentsCORONADO ELEMENTARYSchool · 422 studentsMILLS ELEMENTARYSchool · 411 studentsSANGER ELEMENTARYSchool · 365 studentsMETTIE JORDAN ELEMENTARYSchool · 357 studentsBROADMOOR ELEMENTARYSchool · 330 studentsJEFFERSON ELEMENTARYSchool · 316 studentsWILL ROGERS ELEMENTARYSchool · 297 studentsJAL ELEMENTARYSchool · 290 studentsBEN ALEXANDER ELEMENTARYSchool · 238 studentsLOVINGTON 6TH GRADE ACADEMYSchool · 232 studentsLEA ELEMENTARYSchool · 231 studentsJEFFERSON ELEMENTARYSchool · 228 studentsEDISON ELEMENTARYSchool · 225 studentsEUNICE HIGHSchool · 221 studentsCATON MIDDLESchool · 170 studentsJAL HIGHSchool · 158 studentsBOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARYSchool · 155 studentsTATUM HIGHSchool · 129 studentsTATUM ELEMENTARYSchool · 128 studentsJAL JR HIGHSchool · 119 studentsNEW HOPE ALTERNATIVE HIGHSchool · 104 studentsTATUM JR HIGHSchool · 53 studentsLAE COUNTY CORRECTIONSSchool · 7 studentsUniversity of the SouthwestHigher EdTatum Police DepartmentCity DepartmentNor-lea Hospital DistrictPublic HospitalLovington Fire DepartmentFire DistrictLovington Ambulance ServiceCity DepartmentLea Soil and Water Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictLea County Solid Waste AuthoritySpecial DistrictJal Police DepartmentCity DepartmentJal Hospital DistrictSpecial DistrictHobbs Municipal Ambulance ServiceCity DepartmentHobbs ExpressSpecial DistrictEunice Special Hospital DistrictSpecial DistrictEunice Fire AND RescueCity Department

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Questions about Lea County

How do I find government contracts in Lea County, New Mexico?

There are 48 tracked government projects across 67 agencies in Lea County, New Mexico. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (4,760), Grants (1,014), Public Works (530), Recreation & Community Services (494), and Education & Training (480). In the last 90 days alone, 12 agencies posted 535 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Lea County?

Lea County has 67 government agencies spanning 9 types: School, City Department, City, Special District, Fire District, Higher Ed, County, County Department, and Public Hospital. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Lea County (County, 3,585 projects), New Mexico Junior College (Higher Ed, 2,122 projects), City of Hobbs (City, 1,604 projects).

How do I bid on Lea County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Lea County, New Mexico, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in NM publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Lea County has 945 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

What sectors are most active in Lea County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Lea County are Capital Projects (4,760), Grants (1,014), Public Works (530), Recreation & Community Services (494), and Education & Training (480). Across all sectors, Lea County has 4,934 contract awards and 593 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

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Who are the key decision-makers in Lea County?

Procurement decisions in Lea County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 67 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Lea County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Lea County?

The most active government buyers in Lea County by procurement volume are: Lea County (County) — 3,585 tracked projects; New Mexico Junior College (Higher Ed) — 2,122 tracked projects; City of Hobbs (City) — 1,604 tracked projects; Lovington Public Schools (School) — 1,267 tracked projects; Hobbs Municipal Schools (School) — 998 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

What is Lea County's procurement pipeline?

Lea County's current procurement pipeline includes: 945 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 593 active opportunities open for bidding; 661 projects in budget planning; 2,420 grant-funded initiatives; 4,934 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 67 agencies in Lea County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Lea County right now?

Lea County is actively procuring — 12 of the county's 67 agencies have posted 535 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (4,760), Grants (1,014), and Public Works (530). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

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